Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Marjorie Ngwenya, one of the world’s most successful actuaries and a coach with deep African roots. In her new book, Empowered Evolution: Shape Your Mindset, Discover Your Meaning, and Thrive with Momentum, Marjorie offers a profound reflection on personal growth, uncovering purpose, and thriving with intention. It’s more than a book – it’s a guide to navigating life’s challenges and opportunities with resilience and wisdom.
As a tireless advocate for actuarial education in Africa, Marjorie has been closely involved with the Actuarial Academy of East Africa since its inception in 2018. Despite her remarkable accomplishments, she remains humble and passionately connected to her African heritage.
In this exciting first episode of our podcast, Marjorie sits down with two fellow actuaries, Shruti Shah and Samantha Weya from Zamara Kenya, to discuss her book, her personal growth journey, and the aspirations she holds for the future of actuarial science in Africa.
Whether you’re an actuary, an aspiring professional, or someone on a path of personal development, this conversation is filled with valuable insights you won’t want to miss! Here is the link: PODCAST: UNDERSTANDING MARJORIE NGWENYA, AUTHOR OF EMPOWERED EVOLUTION
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Introduction: By Shruti Shah
“Welcome to today’s podcast by the Actuarial Academy of East Africa Mentorship Desk, where we explore the journeys of leaders, change-makers, and innovators in various sectors. Today, we have the incredible Marjorie Ngwenya with us, a trailblazer in the financial world, a former president of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), and an external member of the Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Committee. Marjorie, thank you for joining us today. We’re excited to dive into your journey of leadership, professional growth, and the powerful mindset you’ve cultivated over the years.”
Question:By Shruti Shah
“Marjorie, you’ve had an inspiring career, holding leadership positions in high-stakes environments, from being a regulator at the Bank of England to supporting various causes, including sustainability and education. How have you managed to consistently find time to invest in your own professional growth while balancing these responsibilities? Could you share any specific strategies or mindsets that have helped you achieve this?”
Question: By Samantha Weya
“In addition to your professional work, you’ve been involved in several impactful initiatives, such as those targeting African STEM students. As someone in a leadership position, how do you ensure that your professional life aligns with your personal values and the causes you’re passionate about? What advice would you give to other leaders who want to create a meaningful impact beyond their immediate work?”
Question: By Samantha Weya
“One challenge that many professionals face, especially in high-performance environments, is imposter syndrome. Could you share your experience with imposter syndrome and how you were able to overcome or master it? What advice do you have for others struggling with feelings of self-doubt, even as they achieve success?”
Question: By Samantha Weya
“Momentum is a powerful concept, and you speak about it in your book, Empowered Evolution, as being crucial for translating goals into actions. You’ve been a significant force behind the growth of the Actuarial Academy of East Africa, which has mentored over 1200 students. How important is momentum in sustaining the growth of initiatives like the Actuarial Academy? How do you see its continued development contributing to the actuarial profession, especially in Africa?”
Conclusion: By Shruti Shah
“Marjorie, it’s been a pleasure learning from your insights today, from leadership and growth to overcoming challenges and creating momentum. Your journey is a true testament to the power of mindset, purpose, and action. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us and for the work you continue to do in empowering others.”
“To our listeners, thank you for joining us on this insightful episode with Marjorie Ngwenya. Stay tuned for more conversations with changemakers and leaders who are shaping the world we live in. Until next time, keep evolving and stay empowered!”
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